Itinerary Highlights

  • Attend the prestigious Breeders' Cup 2024
  • Hospitality at Del Mar Racetrack
  • Visit the Golden State
  • Concierge service available

Price Includes

  • Roundtrip flights in economy
  • 5* accommodation in San Diego & Palm Springs
  • 2 days' racing at Del Mar Racetrack
  • Transfers throughout
  • Assistance of representatives throughout

Overview

Extend your Californian Breeders' Cup experience and live the high life in Hollywood's Playground, Palm Springs.

With over 350 days of sunshine a year, this desert getaway is a paradise for adventuring outdoors to the Palm Desert, Living Desert Zoo & Botanical Garden, and Joshua Tree National Park. Experience everything our hospitality Breeders' Cup Tour has to offer before escaping to a palm-tree lined nirvana.

Rub shoulders with Hollywood's elite at the Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage Hotel with sun patios aplenty for drinking in the desert surrounds of this star-studded oasis.

We carefully create each and every Breeders’ Cup tour to get the best out of each location and offer the best experience for our clients.

We would be delighted to help tailor your trip to California; let us know your plans and we'll happily take care of all the arrangements from pre or post tour extensions, flight upgrades and airport lounge access to hand-picked sightseeing excursions.

 

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Accommodation

The US Grant

The US Grant, A Luxury Collection Hotel, is in the heart of the historic Gaslamp Quarter just moments from shops, restaurants and entertainment venues. Opened in 1910, this grand hotel has plenty of glamorous old-world charm. Rooms and Suites boast nine-foot ceilings, modern art and luxurious furnishings. There is a compact fitness centre open 24-hours and a serene spa where you can enjoy signature massages and body treatments in a relaxing oasis in the heart of downtown. The US Grant is home to a fine art gallery and the Art Deco-styled Grant Grill serving delectable California cuisine.

Ritz Carlton Rancho Mirage

Making the most of its desert location near Palm Springs, The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage commands enviable views from both its fine dining restaurants and sun patios alike, though that’s just the start of the story at this delightfully individual, five-star resort and spa. The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage is the kind of luxury California resort that takes care of everything once you are here, meaning more time can simply be spent enjoying the attractions of Palm Springs – as well as the property itself, of course. Starting with the spa, you have a world of holistic therapies here, to be enjoyed within any of multiple treatment rooms and relaxing outdoor spaces clad in bare stone, with only the trickle of water as your ambient audio backdrop. There are yoga classes, tailored wellness and healing treatments galore, a modern gym and plenty else on the wellbeing side, as well as complimentary bicycles and several kilometres of walking trails easily access from the hotel, so outdoor activities are also king.

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Itinerary

Day 1 | 29 October

Depart the UK on your scheduled flight to San Diego in economy. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to The US Grant, A Luxury Collection Hotel near the historic Gaslamp Quarter.

Day 2 | 30 October

Spend the day at leisure. Venture into the Gaslamp Quarter to explore the surrounding shops, restaurants and venues before meeting your fellow travellers at this evening's drinks reception.

Day 3 | 31 October

Get to know the iconic Golden State with another day of leisure. Whether you choose to visit San Diego Zoo at Balboa Park or surf the Californian waves at the beach, you won’t be short of things to do. Just ask the Spectate team to make any personal reservations.

Day 4 | 01 November

Today is the first race of the Breeders’ Cup. You’ll be transferred from your hotel to Del Mar Racetrack for all-out racing action at one of the world’s most prestigious horse racing event. This is one of the USA’s most exciting sporting events, and you can enjoy it all from excellent seats.

Day 5 | 02 November

Enjoy another day of racing at the Breeders’ Cup.

Day 6 | 03 November

After breakfast, you will be picked up by private transfer to the Ritz Carlton Rancho Mirage for 3 nights in Palm Springs.

Day 7 - 8 | 04 - 05 November

Enjoy days at leisure in Palm Springs. Take part in a guided morning hike or spend the evenings discovering the cosmos.

Day 9 | 06 November

Spend your last morning at leisure before being transferred to LAX for your flight back home.

Day 10 | 07 November

Arrive back in the UK
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Tickets

Stretch Run Box Seats East - Included

Witness thrilling views of the finish line from shaded, open-air trackside seating located on the 3rd floor of the Stretch Run. Enjoy food and beverage service at your box from Hawkers and concessions nearby. You will also have access to concessions available throughout the venue. Seating may vary from folding chairs to stadium-style seats.

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Breeders' Cup 2024 & Palm Springs

29 Oct - 06 November 2024 | Prices from £5,250 pp

Includes flights, transfers and race tickets
The Breeders' Cup Tour price includes:
  • Return scheduled flights from London with British Airways in economy
  • 5 nights' accommodation at The US Grant Hotel
  • Hospitality tickets for Friday and Saturday at Del Mar Racetrack
  • Transfers throughout
  • 3 nights' accommodation at the Ritz Carlton Rancho Mirage
  • Assistance of a representative throughout

The Spectate service means you'll have peace of mind from our 24-hour assistance and will have access to our personalised concierge service for a range of excursion options from private tours to adventurous activities.

With access to the entire Inspiring Travel Company USA portfolio, we can arrange any number of luxury holiday extensions or excursions to enhance your Breeders’ Cup holiday.

Horseback Riding at the White Stallion Ranch
Dust in the air as two horse riders look on

Your Palm Springs Escape

The star-studded desert town of Palm Springs is a relaxing oasis of sophistication in the mountains and is the perfect place to take it easy after the exhilarating race days at the Breeders' Cup. Take a stroll through streets lined with boutique shops, indulge in local delicacies at gourmet restaurants, soak up the sun on a hike into the nearby Jacinto Mountain Range for incredible desert views, or rejuvenate with a spa treatment at your Ritz-Carlton hotel. You can do it all in Palm Springs.

Tailormade Extensions

Our Breeders' Cup tour is fully escorted and have our experienced representatives on site. If you wish to extend your visit to the USA before or after The Breeders' Cup we would be delighted to assist with your arrangements.  Perhaps go shopping in New York, visit the vineyards of California or enjoy the sunshine of Florida, Mexico or the Caribbean. You might choose to head to a luxury ranch in Montana, Arizona, Wyoming or even over the border in Canada; fit in a little riding of your own and get a real taste of the authentic Wild West... whatever your American dream looks like, we’ll make it happen.

Why Choose Us?

Tailor-Made

Customise your experience to create something truly memorable

  • Add excursions to your trip
  • Travel at your own pace
  • Choose hotels, flights etc
Exclusivity
  • Get the best seats, closest to the action
  • Hosted tours with special celebrity guests
  • Stay in the most luxurious accommodation
  • Fully inclusive service
  • Expert hosts take care of you every step of the way
  • All transfers and fees are included

For 30 years, we have crafted and delivered the highest quality, unforgettable experiences

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